A teenager has been arrested after a burglary spree in a County Durham town that saw a Range Rover stolen from one property. 

The suspect, a 15-year-old, allegedly targeted houses in Willington, Crook, overnight on Thursday (March 14) - which saw him reportedly target five addresses in the area

A vehicle was stolen from one of the addresses which has since been recovered thanks to information from residents.

Police say a 15-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the incidents and remains in custody.


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Enquiries are ongoing in relation to further suspects involved in the burglaries.

Inspector Peter Lonsdale, from South Durham CID said: “I would like to thank the residents of Willington for providing vital information which has led us to recover a stolen Range Rover and identify a suspect.

“If you have information which could help us with our investigation, please get in touch on 101.

"If you are witnessing a crime taking place, contact police immediately on 999."